Data reveals less trash on Tahoe beaches after July Fourth following new beach management
The League to Save Lake Tahoe released data from 11 years of 4th of July beach cleanups last week. The data reveals significant improvements in the amount of trash found this year. By Sydney Peerman/KUNR.
Bodies of Knowledge: Lindsey Pisani on UNR’s Anatomical Donation Program
What happens when you leave your entire body to science? A Q&A with Lindsey Pisani. By Douglas Collins.
Nevada’s Lithium Revolution: Balancing Sustainability with Energy Demands for a Crucial Element
A UNR team is exploring the possibilities for a more environmentally friendly method for lithium extraction. By Sydney Peerman.
Tracking Nevada’s Seismic Dynamics
Nevada is the third most seismically active state in the country. How do we stay on top of earthquake preparedness? By Jayanti Sarkar.
Rain or Snow? The Crucial Role of Citizen Scientists in Monitoring Precipitation
With help from citizens with smartphones, Reno scientists are learning the secrets of winter storms. By Sydney Peerman.
Meet the Scientist: Scott Allen on Exploring Ecohydrology and Ecosystem Processes at UNR
Scott Allen, Ph.D., shares a bit about his research regarding the interactions of water, carbon, and radiation with different ecosystems. By Sydney Peerman.
How the Eyeless Mexican Cavefish came to be: A Q&A with Misty Riddle
Misty Riddle, Ph.D., assistant professor at UNR and founder of The Riddle Labratory, explains the evolution of the Mexican tetra fish. By Elizabeth Walsh.
Beyond the Bite: UNR Scientists Investigate Mosquito Biology and West Nile Virus Spread
What can the immune system of the Culex mosquito teach us about how to prevent mosquito-borne illnesses? By Elizabeth Walsh.
From the Landfill to the Sky: Local Bioenergy Company Converts Trash to Jet Fuel
Aviation accounts for over two percent of global carbon emissions. Are the ingredients for sustainable jet fuel as close as the Lockwood Landfill? By Guadalupe Alvarez.
Cactus Pear: A Fruitful Alternative Crop for Bioenergy Production
Could this prickly desert species be the answer to our sustainable energy needs? By Lupe Alvarez.
